How to save a stagnant carreer
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My situation is: I work with software development in Brazil. I failed to keep with the technology and stagnated. Now i'm in a dead-end job in a horrible company, hating every minute there. The pay is low and i lose nearly 11 hours between work and commute time. On paper I have a long time as programmer but since I didn't keep up with the tech I'm having difficult finding jobs, becoming locked in bad companies.
At the moment I'm trying to study android develpment but it will be a long time before I'm a master on it and, because I'm working in bad, low-paying jobs, I fear I will never be able to reach the well paying jobs even if i master android because i will have nothing to show my mastery. I'm not working with android at the moment.
How do I break this stagnation cycle?
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My situation is: I work with software development in Brazil. I failed to keep with the technology and stagnated. Now i'm in a dead-end job in a horrible company, hating every minute there. The pay is low and i lose nearly 11 hours between work and commute time. On paper I have a long time as programmer but since I didn't keep up with the tech I'm having difficult finding jobs, becoming locked in bad companies.
At the moment I'm trying to study android develpment but it will be a long time before I'm a master on it and, because I'm working in bad, low-paying jobs, I fear I will never be able to reach the well paying jobs even if i master android because i will have nothing to show my mastery. I'm not working with android at the moment.
How do I break this stagnation cycle?
software-industry brazil
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Have you tried applying to junior Android Developer jobs? What has been the outcome? (or you haven't applied because of fear and doubt?)
– DarkCygnus
7 hours ago
I have not. I'm still trying java and c++ jobs (the two techs i have more experience). I'm trying to finish an app and publish atm
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
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My situation is: I work with software development in Brazil. I failed to keep with the technology and stagnated. Now i'm in a dead-end job in a horrible company, hating every minute there. The pay is low and i lose nearly 11 hours between work and commute time. On paper I have a long time as programmer but since I didn't keep up with the tech I'm having difficult finding jobs, becoming locked in bad companies.
At the moment I'm trying to study android develpment but it will be a long time before I'm a master on it and, because I'm working in bad, low-paying jobs, I fear I will never be able to reach the well paying jobs even if i master android because i will have nothing to show my mastery. I'm not working with android at the moment.
How do I break this stagnation cycle?
software-industry brazil
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My situation is: I work with software development in Brazil. I failed to keep with the technology and stagnated. Now i'm in a dead-end job in a horrible company, hating every minute there. The pay is low and i lose nearly 11 hours between work and commute time. On paper I have a long time as programmer but since I didn't keep up with the tech I'm having difficult finding jobs, becoming locked in bad companies.
At the moment I'm trying to study android develpment but it will be a long time before I'm a master on it and, because I'm working in bad, low-paying jobs, I fear I will never be able to reach the well paying jobs even if i master android because i will have nothing to show my mastery. I'm not working with android at the moment.
How do I break this stagnation cycle?
software-industry brazil
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Have you tried applying to junior Android Developer jobs? What has been the outcome? (or you haven't applied because of fear and doubt?)
– DarkCygnus
7 hours ago
I have not. I'm still trying java and c++ jobs (the two techs i have more experience). I'm trying to finish an app and publish atm
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
add a comment |
Have you tried applying to junior Android Developer jobs? What has been the outcome? (or you haven't applied because of fear and doubt?)
– DarkCygnus
7 hours ago
I have not. I'm still trying java and c++ jobs (the two techs i have more experience). I'm trying to finish an app and publish atm
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
Have you tried applying to junior Android Developer jobs? What has been the outcome? (or you haven't applied because of fear and doubt?)
– DarkCygnus
7 hours ago
Have you tried applying to junior Android Developer jobs? What has been the outcome? (or you haven't applied because of fear and doubt?)
– DarkCygnus
7 hours ago
I have not. I'm still trying java and c++ jobs (the two techs i have more experience). I'm trying to finish an app and publish atm
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
I have not. I'm still trying java and c++ jobs (the two techs i have more experience). I'm trying to finish an app and publish atm
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
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How do I break this stagnation cycle?
By thinking positively, and recognizing that change will not happen quickly. Change will take work. You will need to get back up to speed with technology, and you'll need to develop a plan to do that. Identify the technologies, concepts, and skills you'll need to move to the next level, and some concrete, specific ways to learn and apply them.
It's hard to execute on a learning plan, however, when you're spending 11 hours a day either getting to, or being at, your job. You could try to find a job closer to where you live, move closer to where your job is, or try to find remote work. Then you'll have more time before/after work to gain new skills.
Another way to execute your learning plan is by finding ways at your current job to apply new skills and learning. Instead of doing things the "same old way," see how you can implement new technologies or practices in the work you're doing now. That way you get to learn and build, gaining experience in exactly what you need.
Build some side projects, and create a GitHub (or equivalent) account where you can store and show off the work you've done. It may seem daunting at first, but it took a while to fall behind in your technical skills, so it may take a little while to get them back. Don't be discouraged, and follow through on your plan.
answered 6 hours ago
mcknzmcknz
19.1k86378
I'm afraid that moving closer to the job is impossible due to the peculiarities of my ciy (Rio). The residential areas in downtown, where the jobs are, are either too expensive or slums. About using the current job, I find difficult to use it as a stepping stone to learn these skills, due to problems in the workplace.
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How do I break this stagnation cycle?
By thinking positively, and recognizing that change will not happen quickly. Change will take work. You will need to get back up to speed with technology, and you'll need to develop a plan to do that. Identify the technologies, concepts, and skills you'll need to move to the next level, and some concrete, specific ways to learn and apply them.
It's hard to execute on a learning plan, however, when you're spending 11 hours a day either getting to, or being at, your job. You could try to find a job closer to where you live, move closer to where your job is, or try to find remote work. Then you'll have more time before/after work to gain new skills.
Another way to execute your learning plan is by finding ways at your current job to apply new skills and learning. Instead of doing things the "same old way," see how you can implement new technologies or practices in the work you're doing now. That way you get to learn and build, gaining experience in exactly what you need.
Build some side projects, and create a GitHub (or equivalent) account where you can store and show off the work you've done. It may seem daunting at first, but it took a while to fall behind in your technical skills, so it may take a little while to get them back. Don't be discouraged, and follow through on your plan.
answered 6 hours ago
mcknzmcknz
19.1k86378
I'm afraid that moving closer to the job is impossible due to the peculiarities of my ciy (Rio). The residential areas in downtown, where the jobs are, are either too expensive or slums. About using the current job, I find difficult to use it as a stepping stone to learn these skills, due to problems in the workplace.
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
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How do I break this stagnation cycle?
By thinking positively, and recognizing that change will not happen quickly. Change will take work. You will need to get back up to speed with technology, and you'll need to develop a plan to do that. Identify the technologies, concepts, and skills you'll need to move to the next level, and some concrete, specific ways to learn and apply them.
It's hard to execute on a learning plan, however, when you're spending 11 hours a day either getting to, or being at, your job. You could try to find a job closer to where you live, move closer to where your job is, or try to find remote work. Then you'll have more time before/after work to gain new skills.
Another way to execute your learning plan is by finding ways at your current job to apply new skills and learning. Instead of doing things the "same old way," see how you can implement new technologies or practices in the work you're doing now. That way you get to learn and build, gaining experience in exactly what you need.
Build some side projects, and create a GitHub (or equivalent) account where you can store and show off the work you've done. It may seem daunting at first, but it took a while to fall behind in your technical skills, so it may take a little while to get them back. Don't be discouraged, and follow through on your plan.
answered 6 hours ago
mcknzmcknz
19.1k86378
I'm afraid that moving closer to the job is impossible due to the peculiarities of my ciy (Rio). The residential areas in downtown, where the jobs are, are either too expensive or slums. About using the current job, I find difficult to use it as a stepping stone to learn these skills, due to problems in the workplace.
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
add a comment |
How do I break this stagnation cycle?
By thinking positively, and recognizing that change will not happen quickly. Change will take work. You will need to get back up to speed with technology, and you'll need to develop a plan to do that. Identify the technologies, concepts, and skills you'll need to move to the next level, and some concrete, specific ways to learn and apply them.
It's hard to execute on a learning plan, however, when you're spending 11 hours a day either getting to, or being at, your job. You could try to find a job closer to where you live, move closer to where your job is, or try to find remote work. Then you'll have more time before/after work to gain new skills.
Another way to execute your learning plan is by finding ways at your current job to apply new skills and learning. Instead of doing things the "same old way," see how you can implement new technologies or practices in the work you're doing now. That way you get to learn and build, gaining experience in exactly what you need.
Build some side projects, and create a GitHub (or equivalent) account where you can store and show off the work you've done. It may seem daunting at first, but it took a while to fall behind in your technical skills, so it may take a little while to get them back. Don't be discouraged, and follow through on your plan.
answered 6 hours ago
mcknzmcknz
19.1k86378
How do I break this stagnation cycle?
By thinking positively, and recognizing that change will not happen quickly. Change will take work. You will need to get back up to speed with technology, and you'll need to develop a plan to do that. Identify the technologies, concepts, and skills you'll need to move to the next level, and some concrete, specific ways to learn and apply them.
It's hard to execute on a learning plan, however, when you're spending 11 hours a day either getting to, or being at, your job. You could try to find a job closer to where you live, move closer to where your job is, or try to find remote work. Then you'll have more time before/after work to gain new skills.
Another way to execute your learning plan is by finding ways at your current job to apply new skills and learning. Instead of doing things the "same old way," see how you can implement new technologies or practices in the work you're doing now. That way you get to learn and build, gaining experience in exactly what you need.
Build some side projects, and create a GitHub (or equivalent) account where you can store and show off the work you've done. It may seem daunting at first, but it took a while to fall behind in your technical skills, so it may take a little while to get them back. Don't be discouraged, and follow through on your plan.
answered 6 hours ago
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19.1k86378
answered 6 hours ago
mcknzmcknz
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answered 6 hours ago
mcknzmcknz
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answered 6 hours ago
mcknzmcknz
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19.1k86378
I'm afraid that moving closer to the job is impossible due to the peculiarities of my ciy (Rio). The residential areas in downtown, where the jobs are, are either too expensive or slums. About using the current job, I find difficult to use it as a stepping stone to learn these skills, due to problems in the workplace.
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
add a comment |
I'm afraid that moving closer to the job is impossible due to the peculiarities of my ciy (Rio). The residential areas in downtown, where the jobs are, are either too expensive or slums. About using the current job, I find difficult to use it as a stepping stone to learn these skills, due to problems in the workplace.
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
I'm afraid that moving closer to the job is impossible due to the peculiarities of my ciy (Rio). The residential areas in downtown, where the jobs are, are either too expensive or slums. About using the current job, I find difficult to use it as a stepping stone to learn these skills, due to problems in the workplace.
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
I'm afraid that moving closer to the job is impossible due to the peculiarities of my ciy (Rio). The residential areas in downtown, where the jobs are, are either too expensive or slums. About using the current job, I find difficult to use it as a stepping stone to learn these skills, due to problems in the workplace.
– Geronimo
4 hours ago
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Have you tried applying to junior Android Developer jobs? What has been the outcome? (or you haven't applied because of fear and doubt?)
– DarkCygnus
7 hours ago
I have not. I'm still trying java and c++ jobs (the two techs i have more experience). I'm trying to finish an app and publish atm
– Geronimo
4 hours ago